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As the year draws to a close, there is so much to reflect on and to be excited about throughout our county. Once again this year, we’ve seen so many organizations and projects that have a positive impact on our community and that will continue to pay dividends for many years to come. Here’s a list of just a few of the many significant achievements that are continuing to transform our ...read more

COLUMBUS, OH, November 29, 2018 – The Granville Inn was named “Unique Lodging of Ohio Property of the Year” for properties with 50 rooms and fewer at a recent conference of the state’s hotel and lodging professional association.
The Ohio Hotel & Lodging Association (OHLA) honored winners in twelve categories representing individuals and lodging properties from across the state of Ohio. 500 ...read more

NEWS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE USE (11-18-18)
70th Annual Licking County Christmas Courthouse Lighting Planned For November 23(For details contact – Spencer Barker 740-877-1770 or e-mail sbarker@shaicommercial.com)
Our community has again fully supported the campaign to light and decorate the Courthouse for Christmastime. The historic 1876 Licking County Courthouse will be lighted and grounds will ...read more

Licking County is fortunate to have some amazing leaders. Our leaders come from all walks of life and a range of demographics. Our community isn’t made up of just one type or age of person, and our leadership reflects that. I’m proud to help celebrate some of our community’s emerging “20 Under 40” leaders, announced by the Newark Advocate, and pleased that there are even more leaders who could ...read more

The Licking County Chamber of Commerce welcomed over 275 members August 7th at the Virtues Golf Club, for the Chamber’s 15th Annual Dinner and Awards Celebration. This event commemorated another successful year of programs and services and celebrated numerous community organizations and individuals. Chamber Chairman Ryan West recognized the contributions of outgoing board members Andrew ...read more

As summer has drawn to a close, many of us just completed an annual rite for lots of families and individuals – a summer vacation. It may have been a trip out of town, out of state, or even out of the country. Travel can be educational, exhilarating, relaxing, and fun. It can also be a significant economic impact to a community and its businesses.
Ohio captured over $35 billion in travel and ...read more